Chairman's Report for Southern News Winter 2008
Well the old year has passed and with the coming of 2008, the wheel turns again. For most of us the early months are a quiet less hectic time, but I firmly believe that this is when the foundations for a successful year with our birds should be laid.
This is also the time to get those last minute additions to the breeding team. Trying to get hold of single birds, especially hens can be difficult at this time of year, but will become even harder as we head towards Spring and the onset of breeding. Looking back over 2007, the main talking point was the show season again being hit by an outbreak of " bird flu" in Norfolk.
This misfortune affected our club particularly badly due to the late cancellation of our "All Lizard Show". However, due to the quick action on the part of our Secretary, the financial implications of the cancellation were kept to a minimum. Sadly, I know many clubs were not so fortunate. Lets hope there is no repeat performance in 2008. For one year only our "All Lizard Show" has been change to Wendover Village hall. I am sure the club will be able to put on a worthy show.
Finally, I look forward to meeting as many people as possible during the course of the year, and would like to wish you and your families a happy and prosperous 2008.
John Martin
Our president Stan Bolton has been involved with Lizard Canaries for over forty years, having held office with the Lizard Canary Association & the East Anglian Canary Association Stan has a wealth of experience and we are priviledged to have him as our President. Over four decades with Lizards Stan's constant zeal and enthusiasm are undiminished 
Chairman John Martin has been a constant figure at shows involving Lizards for many years. A well respected figure within the Avicultural fraternity John has has been our chairman since the club's formation in 1998. John is also Chairman of the LCA
